Days after Saint Augustine’s University announced a switch in leadership, some alumni are voicing their dissatisfaction.

The school announced Friday that Sophie Gibson replaced Brian Boulware as board chair. Boulware still serves on the board as a trustee. However, the SaveSAU coalition still wants him removed entirely.  

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“The resignation of Chairman Brian Boulware is a long-overdue step toward restoring accountability at Saint Augustine’s University,” the group of alumni wrote in an email to WRAL Tuesday.

A now-dismissed lawsuit filed by SaveSAU coalition called for the resignation of most of the board, including Brian Boulware and then-vice chair James Perry. Boulware repeatedly said he would not step down.

“This reshuffling must not be dismissed as corporate musical chairs — recycling the same leadership under new titles. When the music stops, those responsible for failure must step aside, not simply change seats,” SaveSAU’s email reads.

In addition to Gibson, V. Lynette Mitchell now serves as vice chair. Their appointments mark the first time women have both held top Board positions, according to the university.

“We are turning the page to an exciting new era for SAU – one guided by a clear strategic direction and a renewed Falcon spirit,” Mitchell said in a news release.

SaveSAU questioned their qualifications.

"The University community has the right to know whether those now leading the Board have the vision, experience, and integrity required to repair the damage and restore confidence," the coalition wrote.

Gibson is the founder and CEO digital marketing agency VIVO360, Inc., according to her LinkedIn profile. The university also says she has been an active board member of several other organizations such as Fulton County Workforce Development, Reach Your Higher Self and Pet Partners.

She also attained multiple business degrees.

Vice chair Mitchell is listed on the Temple University website as the director of finance and administration.

SaveSAU said it requested a meeting with university officials.

Gibson and Mitchell take on these roles just weeks before classes are set to being Sept. 2 virtually.